Knee
Dr. Brian Jewell, M.D.
Dr. Brian Jewell is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Jewell has performed 46 Medicare-verified knee replacements, ranking #101 in Pennsylvania.
In Pennsylvania, Dr. Jewell performs near average in knee (46 vs 45 avg).
Dr. Jewell's Medicare data shows a focused knee replacement practice with 46 verified procedures. Surgeons who concentrate on a single procedure type often develop deep procedural expertise, though total practice volume may include additional procedures not captured in Medicare fee-for-service data.
Pittsburgh is home to 41 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the Pittsburgh area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Medicare records for Dr. Jewell extend back to 2013, covering 11 years of data. Over that period, recorded procedure volume increased from 12 to 46 in the most recent data, a 283% increase. This sustained growth reflects an expanding joint replacement practice.
Among 6,720 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, Dr. Jewell's 46 verified procedures is near the national average of 45.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
How Dr. Jewell Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Pennsylvania state average.
Contact & Location
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Jewell's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 11 years, increasing 283% from 12 procedures in 2013 to 46 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Jewell
How does Dr. Jewell's procedure volume compare to other Pennsylvania surgeons?
Dr. Jewell has performed 46 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. The Pennsylvania average is 63 procedures per surgeon. Medicare data captures roughly one-third of all joint replacements, so total volume may be higher. Dr. Jewell ranks #189 out of 388 orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Jewell perform?
Dr. Jewell's reported Medicare volume is focused on knee replacement, with 46 verified procedures. Some surgeons choose to concentrate on a single joint type to build deep procedural expertise.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Jewell in Pittsburgh?
Yes. There are 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Pennsylvania surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Jewell represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Jewell's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 46 procedures shown here.
Has Dr. Jewell's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Jewell's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 12 procedures in 2013 to 46 in the most recent data, a 283% increase over 11 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 46 procedures in 2022.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jewell affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Jewell is affiliated with Upmc Passavant, Ahn Wexford Hospital, St Clair Hospital, Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside, Upmc St Margaret.
How does Dr. Jewell compare to other orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh?
Among the 41 orthopedic surgeons in Pittsburgh, Dr. Jewell ranks #18 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in Pittsburgh has 196 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Jewell practices?
Upmc Passavant (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Ahn Wexford Hospital (5 out of 5 CMS stars, insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison); St Clair Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dr. Jewell's 46 Medicare procedures are below the Pittsburgh average of 106. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in Pittsburgh.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Bryce Braaksma | 196 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Omalley | 137 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Michael Pagnotto | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Julius Huebner | 96 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Paul Wilkie | 74 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Brian Klatt | 71 | Hip, Knee |
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